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Post-Doctoral Fellow Research - Spinal/Brain stimulation, Legs + Walking Lab

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab

Post-Doctoral Fellow Research - Spinal/Brain stimulation, Legs + Walking Lab

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Postdoctoral Position in Spinal/Brain stimulation

    (Ref. 2022/03)

    Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago)


    The Legs + Walking AbilityLab, within the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship to advance our peripheral/spinal/brain stimulation group. Currently, one position is available immediately.

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recent Ph.D. degree in Biomedical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, Neuroscience or related fields.
    • Research experience in one or more of the following areas: Spinal cord stimulation, Peripheral electrical stimulation, Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), Electroencephalography (EEG), Electromyography (EMG), Human-Machine interfaces (HMI), advanced signal processing.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

    Additional Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience in human-related experiments, human motor control and learning.
    • Programming skills (MATLAB, C++, Python, LabVIEW, etc.).
    • Record of peer-reviewed publications.

    The Legs + Walking AbilityLab, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, is chaired by José L. Pons, Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Feinberg School of Medicine, Adjunct Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, McCormick School of Engineering, Northwestern University.

    At the Legs + Walking AbilityLab we focus our main research efforts to develop methods and technologies that could help understanding and controlling human biological systems and their interaction with the environment. In particular, interdisciplinary research program is established with the mission of collaboratively pursuing the development of innovative methodologies, interventions, and assistive devices to improve the quality of care and quality of life for people with disabilities.

    The focus of research and intervention in the Legs + Walking Lab is on trunk and pelvis stability, positioning and control of the hips, knees and ankles, as well as stepping and propulsion. The pursuit of new therapies may include the application of neurorehabilitation technologies, biological materials and pharmacological and other therapies specific to neural action — which together promise the most exciting and hopeful advances available to enhance locomotion, gait and walking.

    Interested outstanding candidates are encouraged to submit a CV, a 1-page research statement with selected publications, and three references.

    To learn more about our research or to apply, please contact Prof. José L. Pons at jpons@sralab.org, with the subject “Postdoctoral Position Ref. 2022/03”.

    Required Skills

    Required Experience

    1. Requires the academic knowledge associated with a doctorate degree
    2. Less than 7 years of postdoctoral training.
    3. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
    4. General knowledge in the rehabilitation of persons with lower extremity
    5. Specific knowledge in biomedical and/or neurophysiological methods, including eye tracking, neuroimaging, or other assessment techniques.
    6. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills needed to participate as a creative member of a growing research team.
    7. Ability to exchange ideas and to work closely with clinicians, patients and professional organizations.
    8. Willingness to network within the Institute and to independently strengthen/develop new external collaborations.
    9. Ability to timely plan and to coordinate project completions.

    Reporting Relationships

    Reports directly to the assigned Principal Investigator.

    Working Conditions

    Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

    About Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

    Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you will be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

    Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care